Tour Description
This 2-day, 1-night adventure combines two of Peru’s most iconic experiences: the Sacred Valley of the Incas and the citadel of Machu Picchu.
Begin your journey exploring Chinchero, Moray, Maras, Ollantaytambo, and enjoy a buffet lunch in Urubamba. At the end of the day, board the tourist train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes, where you’ll spend the night.
The next morning, visit Machu Picchu with a guided tour, then return to Cusco by train and transport. This itinerary is ideal for travelers looking to make the most of their time, combining culture, history, and comfort in one seamless experience.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1
Sacred Valley Exploration + Train to Aguas Calientes: Explore Chinchero, Moray, Maras, and Ollantaytambo. Buffet lunch in Urubamba. Evening train ride to Aguas Calientes for overnight stay.
Day 2
Machu Picchu – The Lost City of the Incas: Early bus to Machu Picchu. 2-hour guided tour. Return to Aguas Calientes for lunch, then train to Ollantaytambo and transfer back to Cusco.
Included
- Professional bilingual guide (English/Spanish) for both days
- Tourist transportation for the Sacred Valley tour
- Round-trip train tickets (Expedition or Voyager class)
- Round-trip bus tickets (Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu)
- Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu
- Entrance fees to archaeological sites (only included in private service)
- 2-hour guided tour inside Machu Picchu
- Private transfer back to Cusco and your hotel
- Entrance to the Maras Salt Mines
- 1-night accommodation in a 3-star hotel or similar in Aguas Calientes
Not included
- Breakfast on Day 1
- Dinner in Aguas Calientes
- Entrance to the hot springs (optional)
- Travel insurance
- Gratuities for guide and staff
- Snacks or drinks not mentioned
What to bring
- Original passport (mandatory)
- Small backpack for the overnight stay
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sun hat, sunglasses & sunscreen
- Rain jacket or poncho
- Water & snacks
- Cash for small expenses
Expert Tips
- Bring only a small overnight backpack as trains have luggage limits.
